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Front End Mechanic

Crown Holdings · Bradley, IL · Full time

Posted Apr 13, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This is a journey-level role. Tell me about your mechanical background and what equipment you have kept running.

What they are checking: Whether their experience reaches the journey level needed for a high-speed beverage can line.

Tell me about a time you installed machinery from blueprints or layout drawings.

What they are checking: Whether they can read drawings accurately and plan rigging and placement for large equipment installs.

The plant is expanding. Tell me about a time you worked on a startup or line expansion.

What they are checking: Whether they have handled the extra pressure and problem-solving that comes with new equipment coming online.

How do you share what you know with newer mechanics on the team?

What they are checking: Whether they help build the team's skills, which matters when a plant is growing.

What would you do

The front end goes down and production is pushing you to restart before you have found the cause. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can resist pressure to restart early when a hidden fault could cause bigger damage.

About the work

Walk me through how you troubleshoot a machine that keeps faulting at random times.

What they are checking: Whether they use a methodical process instead of swapping parts until the problem disappears.

What welding processes are you comfortable with on steel, stainless and aluminum?

What they are checking: Whether they can actually fabricate guarding across the three metals the posting names.

How would you design and build a new guard for a piece of equipment?

What they are checking: Whether they balance operator safety, access for maintenance and sound fabrication when building guarding.

What kinds of plumbing have you installed, and how do you choose between plastic, threaded and welded pipe?

What they are checking: Whether they understand when each piping method suits the pressure, fluid and service involved.

How do you decide what goes on a preventive maintenance schedule and how often?

What they are checking: Whether they see preventive maintenance as a way to cut downtime, not just paperwork.

How do you keep yourself and others safe when using hoists and lift trucks during an install?

What they are checking: Whether they plan lifts carefully and respect load limits around heavy machinery and people.

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The full job description

As published by Crown Holdings.

About Crown Crown Holdings, Inc. through it's subsidiaries, is a world leader in the metal packaging production process. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative and sustainable metal packaging solutions and products. Our clients are some of the largest and most respected companies in the world. Crown is dedicated to building a team of highly talented, dedicated, and driven individuals. It's an exciting time to join our business because Crown offers you the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in an expanding industry. Crown was founded with the goal of valuing and promoting sustainability and this vision continues to be essential to our long-term future. Job Description: Front End Mechanic This journey-level position will be responsible for: 1. Troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and repair of equipment. 2. Designing, fabrication and welding of guarding equipment in steel, stainless and aluminum. 3. Fabrication and installation of plumbing (plastic, threaded and welded). 4. Installing complex machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, and other drawings, using hoists, lift trucks, hand tools, and power tools. 5. Reading blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures Location: Here at the Kankakee, Illinois plant, we currently manufacture 12 oz. beverage cans. We are expanding to manufacture other size cans for some of the top consumer product companies. We are adding to our world class team to operate this facility and looking for a Millwright. It is your chance to join the Crown Beverage Division. Location : Kankakee, Illinois Benefits: The Crown Plan offers employees a comprehensive, high-quality Medical Program, dental, and vision as well as a Prescription Drug Program. Along with options for Flexible Spending Account, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and more. New employees become eligible for benefits under the Plan the 1st of the month following one full month of employment and must enroll within 30 days of your eligibility date to have coverage for the remainder of the current Plan year (January 1 through December 31). Under the union contract this position also includes a union pension. Benefits: Crown offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including free company paid health insurance for employees as well a free pension plan. Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 1. Have a strong understanding of angles and great skill with squares and other tools and use advanced measuring tools that use lasers. 2. Be required to have a thorough knowledge of all types of hand tools including fabrication tools. 3. Must be able to dismantle and reassemble any production equipment that needs to be replaced or repaired. 4. Have a thorough understanding of mass conveying, and experience with a broad range related mats and drives. 5. Must have the ability to read and comprehend complex instructional books and manuals. 6. Experience working on defective parts of machine, calibrate and/or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts. 7. Must have the ability to connect power unit to machines or steam piping to equipment, and test unit to evaluate its mechanical operation. 8. Must have experience constructing foundations for machines, using related hand tools and building materials such as wood, cement, and steel to perform this task. Job Requirements To qualify, you must currently be at a journey level Millwright. 1. Minimum of five (5) years of recent (within 3-years) experience as a journey level millwright in a manufacturing operation. 2. High School diploma or GED; certificate or diploma from a trade school a plus. 3. Welding, fabrication, general machine assembly and machine alignment experience, TIG, MIG and/or STICK welding will be a plus. 4. Must have experience in hydraulic and pneumatic systems 5. Forklift and scissors lift experience highly preferred. 6. Must have excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skill /experience 7. Successful candidates must be willing to work any shift to include 12-hour shift, evenings or days and work overtime. 8. Must have the willingness and ability to work at heights as well as climbing stairs 9. Must possess ability to work in an environment containing extreme heat or cold 10. Ability & willingness to perform the essential physical functions of the position, to include but not limited to, be able to lift up to 50 pounds and withstand a concrete surface for the entire shift. Interested? Take the next step in your career and apply online today at www.crowncork.com/careers. EEO/AA/Vets/Disabled ABOUT CROWN: CROWN Cork & Seal USA, Inc., a wholly owned company of Crown Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in the design, manufacture and sale of packaging products for consumer goods. At Crown, we are passionate about helping our customers build their brands and connect with consumers around the world. We do this by delivering innovative packaging that offers significant value for brand owners, retailers and consumers alike. With operations in 47 countries employing over 33,000 people and net sales of over $12 billion, we are uniquely positioned to bring best practices in quality and manufacturing to our customers to drive their businesses locally and globally. Sustaining a leadership position requires us to build a team of highly talented, dedicated and driven individuals. DIVISION OVERVIEW: Crown’s Beverage Division manufactures a variety of packaging solutions for soft drinks, craft beers, coffees and teas as well as new energy drinks. Crown Beverage leads the packaging industry with innovative technologies that redefine how the world looks at beverage cans. With a large printable surface area and a wide range of sizes, shapes and decorating options, our aluminum cans are the perfect packaging format to create compelling brand presence where it counts. What Crown Offers You • Strong engagement and commitment to the safety of our employees • The opportunity to build a meaningful career • Professional and personal development through training and work experiences Join us and become part of a team of professionals who are passionate about sustainable packaging! Working Together Working Together is one of the five pillars that make up our Twentyby30™ program. We aim to value and respect each individual and foster an environment of inclusivity.

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